Lada Faces New Challenge From Geely

Cuba's long-term love affair with the Russian Lada brand is under threat from a Chinese sedan that is increasingly the car of choice for government officials. According to Reuters, ministers, party officials and police are choosing the Chinese-built Geely CK with its modern fittings over the old Lada models previously in use. While the Lada, built by AvtoVAZ, recalls the Cold War legacy of the island's alliance with the former Soviet Union, the Geely CK reflects the growing importance of Cuba's relationship with

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